2005 Audi TT vs. 1990 Austin Montego
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 285 kg more than 1990 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1990 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | TT | Montego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
